Actor Filip Peeters cuts first bunch to open Flemish-Brabant grape season

The new season for Flemish-Brabant's renowned table grapes officially began with a ceremonial cutting of the first bunch by actor Filip Peeters. The event took place in Duisburg, marking the start of the harvest for the highly regarded "tafeldruif" (table grape) from Tervuren, Hoeilaart, Huldenberg, and Overijse.

Filip Peeters, who has strong ties to the region, expressed his pleasure at returning to the area where he grew up. He shared nostalgic memories of his mother purchasing grapes from the local greenhouses. His presence at the event underscored the cultural and economic significance of grape cultivation in the Flemish-Brabant province.

The region's table grapes are celebrated for their quality, and the start of the season is a notable event for local producers and the community. Peeters' participation brought attention to the tradition and the ongoing efforts to maintain the high standards associated with these grapes.